Talent Development Director, SFO (0932) (158053)

Company Description

APPOINTMET TYPE: This is a Temporary Exempt (TEX) (Category 18) position.  This position is excluded by the Charter from the competitive civil service examination process and incumbents are “at will” and shall serve at the discretion of the Appointing Officer.  The curation of the appointment is not to exceed 12 months.

Specific information regarding this recruitment process is listed below:

• Application Opening: August 15, 2025
• Application Deadline: This job announcement may close at any time after 5:00 p.m. PT on August 21, 2025; interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
• Salary Range: $167,336 to $213,512
• Recruitment ID: TEX-0932-158053; RTF0158740-01158221

Working at SFO:

San Francisco International Airport (SFO), an enterprise department of the City and County of San Francisco, has a workforce of approximately 1,900 City employees and is committed to being a diverse, equitable, and inclusive employer.

SFO is more than an airport—we are a dynamic organization where employees collaborate with a wide range of stakeholders to support global travel, economic development, and public service. We are recognized as a leader in environmental sustainability, equity, and forward-thinking infrastructure, and continue to be at the forefront of transforming the travel experience.

Our mission is to deliver an airport experience where people and our planet come first.

Our Vision, Mission, and Core Values shape our culture and operations as we continue to build a supportive, purpose-driven workplace where all employees can thrive.

Learn more about careers at SFO at flysfo.com, and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn, Bluesky and Threads.

Job Description

The Talent Development Director is a strategic leader responsible for driving a comprehensive talent development strategy that empowers employees, strengthens leadership pipelines, and enhances organizational performance. This leader will shape SFO’s learning culture by delivering innovative programs that support employees at all career stages — from onboarding to leadership growth. Reporting to the Director of People, Performance, and Development (PPD), the Talent Development Director will oversee Learning & Development professionals, Talent Development Partners, and Talent Mobility functions, ensuring alignment between employee development, internal mobility, and organizational objectives. This role requires a visionary leader who can influence at all levels of the organization, drive strategic initiatives, and create impactful solutions that enhance employee experience and business outcomes.

Essential functions and duties include:

Develops strategic leadership and vision by developing and implementing talent development strategies that aligns with SFO’s mission, values, and strategic priorities and driving es a culture of continuous learning, fostering innovation, growth, and high performance across all levels of the organization.

• Partners with leadership to identify and address critical capability gaps, ensuring talent development initiatives proactively support the organization’s evolving needs.e.
• Establishes a clear, forward-looking vision for leadership development, career growth, and employee engagement that supports a thriving and diverse workforce.
• Acts as a trusted advisor to senior leaders, providing strategic counsel on talent development, leadership readiness, and workforce planning.

Learning Strategy & Innovation

• Spearheads the design, development, and implementation of enterprise-wide learning initiatives that drive skill development, leadership growth, and career advancement.
• Leads efforts to integrate learning programs with SFO’s strategic priorities, ensuring alignment with culture, values, and business objectives.
• Oversees the creation of scalable learning solutions that blend digital, experiential, and instructor-led approaches to meet the diverse needs of employees.
• Leverages data insights, employee feedback, and industry trends to shape innovative learning strategies and content d